Janet wrote:

> Heavy cream is available in virtually every supermarket, as is whipping
> cream. For a cheesecake, I don't think you need worry about the difference.
>
> The problem is that almost all cream has added thickeners and other
> ingredients. Look at the label sometime: you may be surprised. If you want
> heavy cream that contains nothing but cream, try a local dairy. I buy cream
> for my truffles and chocolates from Smiling Hill Farm, a local dairy. (In
> bottles, no less.)
>
>
>

Totally agree.

For best flavor you also want to avoid ultra-pasteurized
(UHT) products. Problem is it can be hard to find.

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Mort